STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R Is Now Available on GeForce NOW! Take to the cloud and enjoy the stunning 2.5D art style alongside beautifully rendered 3D backgrounds. GeForce NOW members can enjoy the game with high frame rates and low latency, even on underpowered devices.

Combining nostalgic 2D pixel characters with stunning 3D environments to explore, and even featuring new character illustrations based on the original game, this new version also brings full voice overs for all event scenes for the first time ever, recorded by the original voice cast. Combat has been crafted to preserve the simplicity, excitement and flashiness of the STAR OCEAN series, with improved pacing and added party mechanics.

Anybody who purchases STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R during the early purchase window* will be able to get their hands on some bonus items: the Sunrise Ring, which is an accessory item that be equipped by any playable character, and a set of recovery items.
*Early purchase bonuses will be granted to anybody who purchases the game before 8:59 a.m. PST on 16th November 2023.

This demo for STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R allows players to experience the section of the game from the story’s opening to the end of the Krosse Cave dungeon. We hope that players will enjoy the field area, depicted in the game’s new visual style, and the combat system with its newly added mechanics.

Note: The content of this demo features has been edited from the full version of the game, so some features from the full version of the game are restricted.
This demo is designed to give players three hours of gameplay per save file.
Story progress and character levels etc. from the demo can be carried over to the full game.
Save data from the demo can only be transferred to the full version of the game when it is first booted up.

This demo features a playable section from the beginning of STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R until completion of Krosse Cave. Experience the field areas depicted in the new graphical style, the new systems incorporated into the combat, and more besides.

(The content of the demo has been taken from the full game, but with some adjustments made. Some full-game features are restricted.)
(In the demo, each save file has a time limit of three hours.)
(Story progression and character levels from the demo can be carried over to the full game.)
(Save data from the demo can only be carried over to the full game once, when the full game is booted for the first time.)


The highly acclaimed second instalment in the STAR OCEAN series, returns as STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R.

Brought to life with a unique 2.5D aesthetic, which fuses 2D pixel characters and 3D environments, this remake includes everything that made the original release so great while adding new elements too!
Experience new battle mechanics, full Japanese and English voice overs, original and re-arranged music, fast-travel and so much more! Discover the definitive version of a classic but modernized JRPG that’s perfect for newcomers and long-time fans alike.

・Pangalactic Federation Longsword* (exclusive weapon for Claude)
・Forest Knuckles (exclusive weapon for Rena)*
・Sunrise Ring**
・Set of recovery items** (Mixed berries x20 + Resurrection Potion x20)
*Available to users who pre-purchase the game before 8:59am PDT on November 2nd, 2023.
**Also available for customers who purchase the game by 8:59am PST on November 16th, 2023.

The system requirements have been published. Please see below for details.
These can also be checked from the bottom of the store page.


We also have a message from the STAR OCEAN team! Please enjoy this special interview!

Interest in the STAR OCEAN series is currently quite high with the release of the latest numbered game STAR OCEAN THE DIVINE FORCE. On top of that, STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY was a particularly popular title in the series and many fans have called for a remake. That was why we wanted to deliver the remake of it this year, which marks the 25th anniversary of the original game’s release.

The original STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY packed in a cornucopia of classic JRPG elements that really communicated the variety in its characters and story, such as the multifaceted narrative told through two different protagonists, multiple different endings and the numerous characters from both the sci-fi and fantasy sides and the unique side quest system that depicted details of their lives.
We think that the depth and richness of the experience that THE SECOND STORY provided was a key factor in why fans still have such strong memories of the game.
With THE SECOND STORY R, we have added many new features to enhance players enjoyment of the story, such as all-new illustrations and a new system that allows players to jump into the side stories even more easily. We hope that fans can enjoy both the main narrative and the many intriguing sub stories equally.

We discussed the appeal of the pixel art style that is firmly established in player’s memories of the game and strived to maintain that JRPG essence, while also aiming to update it to look fresh and fit well with the latest hardware. This approach was not just about improving the quality of the pixel art, but also involved using special pixel shaders and other effects. The challenge we set ourselves was to visualize what kind of visuals would make the characters in a 3D world feel alive and leave an impression on players.

We did not change the story progression, but instead worked on updating its presentation. At the same time, we re-built the world map, the towns and the dungeons etc. where that story takes place in the newer style. The various different regions of the game have had new quests, items and other activities added, so hopefully we have created a world that doesn’t just look nice but is also rewarding to explore.
On top of that, there are several new mechanics added to battles to give the combat an even higher tempo than in previous STAR OCEAN games and make it even more explosive and exhilarating.

The changes to the battle system were mainly aimed at making combat feel more exciting, by increasing the speed at which fights play out and making the visuals look flashier and more explosive. These changes also aimed to give more of a feeling that you were fighting alongside your comrades.
Watch out for further news on the new features of the game in future.

We hope that fans who have previously played the original version can experience how the setting for the adventure has expanded and become even more beautiful, while enjoying the stories of the memorable party characters.
In addition, with the new version, we have succeeded in adding full voiceovers for all events, using the original voice cast, something that was not possible at the time. We are certain that this is something which will satisfy fan demands.
For people who are completely new to STAR OCEAN, We hope that they can start out by casually enjoying the game’s stimulating, high-speed battles in a 2D environment, before setting off on a journey at their own pace, into STAR OCEAN’s unique world that brings together fantasy and sci-fi.

They can indeed. The game can be fully enjoyed by all fans of modern or retro RPGS. The game is a remake of the second title in the STAR OCEAN series, but no knowledge of the previous game is required to understand the story it tells.
The series’ unique storytelling awaits you, depicting a clash of different civilizations and cultures, as well as the adventures of a varied cast of characters making big decisions that affect their lives.
The action battle system created in the first game has also been upgraded to an even faster and more exhilarating experience fitting for a modern game. Just jump in and enjoy a fast and frantic melee with a feast of gorgeous visual effects flying across the battlefield.

One of the defining features of the STAR OCEAN series is that it is an action RPG where battles play out in real-time. However, the controls are very easy to master, and, in this version, they have been made even more accessible, so you can even unleash your character’s special moves with a single button press. These potent abilities consume MP, but there are many ways to recover your MP through weapons and other battle mechanics. In the early part of the adventure, you can just keep using your special attacks and recover your MP with the “Blackberries” item whenever you need to.
On top of that, when you arrive in a new town, We urge you to try out the “Private Action” events. These let you discover new episodes involving your allies that are separate from the main storyline. The spots where Private Actions trigger are all shown as icons on the map, so go and check it out when you see one.

To read more information from the Star Ocean team, be sure to check out their new interview on the official Square Enix Blog[www.square-enix-games.com].

This has finally been announced! Widely considered one of the best games of the series, this beloved RPG is being completely remade in a unique 2.5D aesthetic and coming on November 2nd for the first time on Steam! 

In a lonely corner of space, Claude, a Federation officer, finds himself transported to a mystical planet. While searching for a way home, an encounter with a young girl, Rena, draws him into a quest to save her people, just as an ancient prophecy foretold... Start your journey with either Claude or Rena, and witness an awaken destiny.

Experience new battle mechanics, full Japanese and English voice overs, original and re-arranged music with many new elements! Read more details in the official blog here[weblet.square-enix.com].

Pre-purchase to obtain the following digital content:
Pangalactic Federation Longsword (exclusive weapon for Claude)
Forest Knuckles ((exclusive weapon for Rena)
Sunrise Ring**
Set of recovery items** (Mixed berries x20 + Resurrection Potion x20)
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*Available to users who pre-purchase the game before 8:59am PDT on November 2nd, 2023.
**Also available for customers who purchase the game by 8:59am PST on November 16th, 2023.